In celebration of International Women’s Day, 8 March 2026, and building on the success of our 2025 conference-a-thon, we invite scholars, practitioners, and enthusiasts to submit abstracts for participation in a free, online, global, 24-hour symposium dedicated to celebrating the contributions of women to the medium of photography from photography’s announcement in 1839 to now. This unique event aims to highlight the diverse and impactful work of women and female-identifying photographers, and those working with photography, across all countries, continents, cultures, and time zones.
The Call for Papers and Panel Discussions has CLOSED. Selected papers will be notified by 1 October 2025, and detailed guidelines for presentations will be provided. Presenters of papers should be prepared to make and upload a video of their talks by 22 February 2026, and assistance with the recording process will be provided by the conference organizers.
A full schedule will be posted here by 1 December 2025. We will open Zoom to your *free* reservations by 31 January 2026.
Join us in celebrating the vibrant and transformative work of women photographers worldwide!
Women in Photography: A 24-Hour Conference-a-thon Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026 Co-Convenors:
Dr. Kris Belden-Adams, Associate Professor of Art History, Texas A&M University and Dr. Rose Teanby, Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, UK
Key dates:
Call for papers - closed 1 August 2025
Notification of acceptance - 1 October 2025
Due date for videos of presentations - 22 February 2026
Conference-a-thon - 8 March 2026
The 2025 Conference-a-Thon: https://egrove.olemiss.edu/womenofphotography/2025/
The 2026 conference is approaching fast and we’re making preparations.
Don’t miss out! Save the date: 8 March 2026!
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To recognize and celebrate the contributions of women photographers to the medium since its genesis in the 19th century up to today. To make a space for women's voices in the history of photography, as well as in its living present.
With a packed schedule of keynote talks, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, you won't want to miss a minute of Women of Photography. Check out our full schedule from the March 8, 2025, 24-hour conference here.
Our lineup of speakers includes a range of scholars, practitioners, enthusiasts, collectors, and more from a global community. Each speaker brings a unique perspective and valuable insights to our world celebration of women's contributions to photography.
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